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tank suit

n.
A tight-fitting one-piece women's swimsuit with shoulder straps.
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tank′ suit`


n.
a one-piece bathing suit for women, with a scoop neck, shoulder straps, and usu. no inner construction.
[1935–40]
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Noun1.tank suit - a woman's one-piece bathing suittank suit - a woman's one-piece bathing suit  
maillot
bathing costume, bathing suit, swimming costume, swimsuit, swimwear - tight fitting garment worn for swimming
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